1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1990 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aerostar | B |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
